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Youth / Rangatahi 17 Jan 2023

Rangatahi urged to apply for Tuia mentoring programme

The city’s five southern local boards will all take part in this year’s Tuia rangatahi mentoring programme. Papakura Local Board 2022 Tuia representative Isabelle Penrose (Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki) is urging rangatahi to apply.

Elections 22 Dec 2022

Candidates confirmed for Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board by-election

Nominations for Aotea/Great Barrier Local Board by-election have now closed. Four eligible candidates have put their hands up to fill the vacant seat on the Aotea/Great Barrier Local Board.

Community 21 Dec 2022

Te Ara Awataha Northcote Greenway nears completion

A large part of Te Ara Awataha – Northcote’s new greenway – has been completed this month thanks to an ongoing collaboration between Kaipātiki Local Board, Eke Panuku, Mana Whenua, Healthy Waters, Kāinga Ora and local stakeholders.

Community 20 Dec 2022

Grants boost Whau projects

Whau’s community groups and volunteers received $38,243.19 for their mahi through Whau Local and multi-board grants.

Sports / Leisure 20 Dec 2022

Surf school scores new boards

Young surfers who partake in Aotea Boardriders Club’s lessons have ended the year on a high, with brand new surfboards to learn on thanks to a local board grant.

Community 20 Dec 2022

‘Fab It Up’ spreads joy among street whānau

A day of pampering for our street whānau lifted their spirits.

Environment 14 Dec 2022

A natural solution to weed control

A selection of local parks across Auckland were included in a three-month trial with Auckland Council maintenance contractors working to determine the value of vinegar as a natural, more environmentally friendly weed control option.

Events

30 May 2026

Notes from a small island

A collection of 10 local Waiheke bands for NZ Music Month.

30 May 2026

NZ Music Month: Spellodies at Avondale Library

Come along for a high energy set packed with catchy songs and comedy sketches.

30 May 2026

Paper making with weeds

Transform common garden weeds into beautiful eco-friendly handmade paper.

30 May 2026

Sunnyvale Stream Care Session

Be a part of transforming this stream into a thriving awa.

30 May 2026 - 01 Jun 2026

Open Studios Waiheke

A vibrant event featuring over 50 artists across 30 participating studios and galleries.

30 May 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

Drawing from life

Discover the skill of observing and capturing real life subjects.

30 May 2026 - 13 Jun 2026

Open social sewing session

A relaxed and supportive environment where you can build confidence and have fun.

30 May 2026 - 20 Jun 2026

Knit a pair of beautiful lace mitts

Learn some new skills and stitch combinations to knit a pair of lace mitts.